Cloves Whole
Cloves Whole
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Description
Description
Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticum
Spice Zen’s certified organic Whole Cloves are hand-selected dried flower buds of the Clove tree, sourced from certified organic growers in India. Harvested just as the buds blush from green to red, they are gently sun-dried to preserve their essential oils, resulting in a rich, resinous aroma and a warm, sweetly pungent flavour.
Indigenous to the famed Maluku Islands of Indonesia, once known as the Spice Islands, cloves were among the world’s most prized spices for over a millennium. Their journey across ancient trade routes shaped empires, sparked wars, and fuelled the spice trade between Indonesia, China, India, Persia and Europe. Today, cloves remain an indispensable part of global cooking.
Whole cloves release a beautiful aromatic warmth when simmered or toasted. They appear in Indian biryanis and garam masala, Middle Eastern rice dishes, European baking, mulled drinks and festive sweets. Their sweet-spicy oiliness enhances both savoury and sweet applications, lending depth to curries, broths, roasts, rice dishes, desserts and fruit compotes.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Powerfully aromatic, warm, sweet, resinous and slightly peppery with notes of camphor and caramelised spice.
How to Use
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Use 1–3 whole cloves to infuse curries, rice dishes, stews or broths.
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Add whole cloves to chai, mulled drinks or infused milk for warm depth.
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Insert into onions or citrus when simmering sauces or stocks, then remove before serving.
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Grind fresh in small amounts for baking, desserts or spice blends.
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Pair with cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg for layered warmth.
Perfect For
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Biryani, pilafs and slow-simmered curries
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Chai, spiced drinks and winter infusions
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Baking, festive desserts and spiced sweets
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Stocks, sauces and braised dishes
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Cool-weather cooking and holiday meals
Wellness Note
In Ayurveda, clove is considered warming and stimulating, traditionally associated with Agni, the digestive fire. Clove’s strong aroma and pungency were also appreciated for their grounding and clarifying qualities in traditional routines. (Traditional and cultural context only.)
Presentation & Storage
Packed in a biodegradable, resealable brown stand-up pouch with a protective inner lining to preserve aroma and integrity.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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WHY CERTIFIED ORGANIC?
Certified organic ingredients are grown naturally, without synthetic chemicals or pesticides and handled with care from source to shelf. Independent certification gives you confidence that we meet strict organic standards and maintains its integrity throughout the journey.
THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
Small-batch production for Freshness & Integrity.
Small family-owned business
Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
Guided by respect for people, traditions and the environment.
